Running 250 miles through Arizona - Cocodona 250

✨ Support these videos and join as a channel member ✨ / @wplate
Cocodona 250
May 1-5 2023
Finish time: 95:43:10
Elevation Gain: 37,628 ft
Overall: 34th of 139 finishers
Strava activity:
/ strava
Thumbnail photo: Scott Rokis | www.scottrokis.com | / scottrokisphoto
Music from Epidemic Sound share.epidemicsound.com/smylg6
Playlist: www.epidemicsound.com/playlis...
-
“Watching People Dance” by Ave Air
“Less than Endless” by At The End Of Times, Nothing
“Astral Roar” by Lama House
“In Bloom (Instrumental Version)” by Victor Lundberg
“The Warmth Of The Sun On Her Skin” by Peter Sandberg
“Short and Sweet” by Pure Indigo
“SunRise” by Northside
“Mountain Brook” by Dylan Sitts
“Look How Pretty Today Is” by Sarah, the Illstrumentalist
“Me and My Kite” by Bonnie Grace
“The Remains of Hope” by Magnus Ringblom
“Elusive Dream” by At The End Of Times, Nothing
“Delay” by Stillness Speak
“Soaker” by Auxjack
“Bunsen Burner” by Farrell Wooten
“Sidney” by Luwaks
“The Northern Saga” by Luwaks
“Off-White” by Farrell Wooten
“Amalthea” by Van Sandano
“Counting The Hours” by Tomas Skyldeberg
“Infinite Rings” by Lama House
“Cotton Spheres” by Lama House
“Into Thy Hands” by Rymdklang Soundtracks
“Unbroken Spirit” by Sunfish Grove
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Start
02:50 - Cottonwood Creek AS
03:48 - Mile 11 Water station
04:17 - Leaving Mile 11 Water station
07:03 - Mile 26 Water Station
08:03 - Between Lane Mountain and Crown King
08:50 - Crown King AS
10:02 - Leaving Crown King AS
11:23 - Arrastra Creek AS
12:09 - Friendly Pines AS
13:20 - Leaving Friendly Pines AS
13:53 - Whiskey Row AS
14:13 - Leaving Whiskey Row AS
16:25 - Iron King AS
17:12 - Leaving Iron King AS
17:58 - Fain Ranch AS
18:51 - Leaving Fain Ranch AS
19:53 - Mingus Mountain AS
21:34 - Leaving Mingus Mountain AS
23:24 - Jerome Historic State Park AS
24:39 - Leaving Jerome Historic State Park AS
25:24 - Dead Horse Ranch State Park AS
26:12 - Leaving Dead Horse Ranch State Park AS
27:27 - Deer Pass AS
28:43 - Leaving Deer Pass AS
31:20 - Sedona Posse Grounds Park AS
32:49 - Leaving Sedona Posse Grounds Park AS
35:23 - Munds Park AS
36:05 - Leaving Munds Park AS
37:59 - Kelly Canyon AS
38:49 - Leaving Kelly Canyon AS
40:43 - Fort Tuthill AS
42:18 - Leaving Fort Tuthill AS
44:33 - Walnut Canyon AS
46:20 - Leaving Walnut Canyon AS
47:22 - Mt Elden AS
47:34 - Leaving Mt Elden AS
47:56 - Almost Finished

[@scriptosaurusrex]

I love how you allow yourself to be vulnerable in these videos, and show the tender moments with your partner - not just the big 'I made it' highs. It shows what it really takes to make it through such an event.

[@wplate]

Wait, could I be experiencing big ‘I made it’ highs?? 😂 I enjoy sharing it like it happens, thanks for appreciating. 🙌🏼🤩

[@chrisf6612]

I love the support network you have around you. Their support is next level the entire time.

[@wplate]

I'm so blessed. Their support is amazing.

[@runningforviews]

The fact that they had you doing creek crossings at a 250 mile race is INSANE.

[@wplate]

Lots of crazy things are thrown at you during Cocodona.

[@currentlyseekingsummits]

Wow...I am completely inspired and sitting here with tears in my eyes watching your race. Simply amazing!! HUGS from Texas!

[@wplate]

Thanks for watching! I’m happy you enjoyed the video.

[@gmckemie4281]

I have been looking forward to watching this since May.

[@wplate]

I'm so happy to finally have it done. Thanks for watching!

[@Marant1000]

I downloaded your video so that I may listen to it while l’m walking in the morning. I’m old and can’t run. Thank you for your video.

[@wplate]

Thanks for bringing me with you on your walks!

[@slow262]

Thanks for this gift.

[@wplate]

🙏🏼 thank you!

[@UntalLaurencio]

Inspirational! ❤️‍🩹🙌🏼

[@wplate]

🙌🏼 thank you!

[@xenocide2210]

You're the man!

[@wplate]

🙌🏼 thanks!

[@christianceeancheta]

Absolutely amazing! I didnt even know there was races this big! I am beyond inspired to train and see how far my body and mind can go. Thank you from Ottawa, Canada

[@wplate]

Our bodies are capable of amazing things! 🙌🏼

[@Redbeardedrunner]

Another awesome video, thanks Wes!

[@wplate]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@suem7920]

Another great video, as usual! Congratulations, you had an amazing race plus met your goal time! And congrats to your support team and all that they did for you. ❤

[@wplate]

Thank you, my support team is awesome! Thank you for watching!

[@pathalderman7051]

It was worth the wait. Awesome! Congratulations!!!

[@wplate]

I am so happy you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@HenrikJohansson]

Thanks Wes for another great video. Your such an inspiration! Congratulations on your third finish!

[@wplate]

Thanks so much!

[@LindaD2023]

Congratulations! Amazing job. Thank you for sharing.

[@wplate]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

[@helenlamb6560]

Absolutely amazing 🎉

[@wplate]

Thank you for watching!

[@Mattbarentsen]

so awesome, thanks Wes!

[@wplate]

I'm glad you still enjoy the videos after multiple viewings!

[@vagnsteen5130]

Thank you for the awesome video but more than that, congratulations on finishing this amazing race! Simply mind bending.

[@wplate]

Hi Vagn, thank you! This one is a beast! Thanks for watching my friend.

[@Duckling08]

Congratulations! You're amazing.

[@wplate]

Thank you, and thank you for watching!

[@BBSRFC]

Well done Wes, incredible achievement, love your videos, thank you!

[@wplate]

Thank you!

[@holyscowl1552]

Amazing!!!

[@wplate]

Thank for watching!

[@philipcoomber1548]

Great job Wes...well done...always love your honesty, your warts and all content...thank you for blessing so many by taking us on your adventures...keep on keeping on...

[@wplate]

I wish there was time to include all the footage. There were so many more warts, but also so many more laughs! Thanks for watching.

[@walterhogie]

I always get excited when I see a new Wes Plate video is posted! Such a well done film of an epic adventure and hard fought finish!! Congratulations and thanks so much for sharing!

[@wplate]

Thanks for the excitement, that makes me smile. 🤩🤩🤩

[@UltraTrailSteven]

Excellent job, Wes! Loved it!

[@wplate]

Thanks for watching Steven!

[@RivnatZille]

Congratulations Wes and thanks for taking us with you in this crazy journey! You're amazing!

[@wplate]

Thank you for watching! 🙌🏼

[@martharunstheworld]

Well done, Wes!!!! So great following your journey!

[@wplate]

Thank you Martha! An honor to have you watch one of my videos!

[@ingridsarris4020]

Thank you for taking us with you ❤

[@wplate]

Thanks for coming along! 🙌🏼

[@user-gy1xw3do7i]

Your videos are awesome. Always look forward to them not just as a great recap of the race and your journey, but they motivate all of us. Keep hammering

[@wplate]

Thank you! 🙌🏼

[@krisstone5078]

Congratulations Wes. Always love watching your adventures

[@wplate]

Right on, I'm glad you enjoy watching these. I hope to have more to share.

[@KaiEast]

Congrats on your 3rd finish Wes! Amazing video as always z

[@wplate]

Thank you! 🙌🏼

[@newbarker523]

This video was extremely well done. I live in UK and have visited Arizona about three times but that was a long time ago, last time in 2009 I think. This video makes me want to get back to South West USA! I now run and did my first 50 mile race two weeks ago. Will try a self supported 100km later this year (2024) with two organised 100 mile races in 2025. I'm really motivated by this video! I felt invested as you brought me along on your epic journey. Thanks 🙏

[@wplate]

Thanks for watching! 🙌🏼 Congrats on finishing your first 50M finish!

[@pvtrout]

Love your content.

[@wplate]

Thank you! 🙌🏼

[@cameronmueller]

Another year of watching this journey! Thanks Wes and congrats.

[@wplate]

Thanks Cameron!

[@Trail-Bear]

Great video Wes, inspired as always mate! 👍

[@wplate]

Awesome! Thanks for watching, I’m happy you enjoyed it. 🙌🏼

[@mikhail114]

Amazing race and great video!! Always rooting for you Wes! You inspire so many. 😊😍

[@wplate]

Thank you! 🥰

[@tucopacifico8311]

All the feels: KEEP GOING!

[@wplate]

Thank you for watching!

[@banksi1968]

Inspiring, thanks for a great watch 🙌

[@wplate]

Thank you for watching!

[@JustinZimmermann-mh8kj]

Thank you wes ,all the way from NC,I couldn't have made it through my struggles in life without you! I know this is true! Thanks for being the voice of reason so many times.

[@wplate]

Right on Justin. 🙌🏼 Life isn't easy, and while the difficulties of an ultra can't compare, I do sometimes take lessons from the trail to apply to the challenges of dealing with reality. Sometimes its just progressing one small step at a time. Onward!

[@tinaormuz2986]

WOW - another amazing adventure Wes!!!! Thanks so much for sharing it again with the world and also for sharing those vulnerable & beautiful moments with your crew. Really looking forward to catch you at another race =0) Keep inspiring!!!

[@wplate]

Thank you Tina! Yes i also look forward to meeting again. 🙌🏼

[@MrJeremytpage]

Wes, thank you for motivating me to get back up and try again.

[@wplate]

🙌🏼 You're the one with the strength and will to try again. Happy I could lend a hand. One foot in front of the other, onward.

[@Mark_T57]

Yes!!! Been waiting on this since asking you at the finish line hahah

[@wplate]

Hope you’ll enjoy it!

[@TrevorEditor]

Proud of you dude! Wonderful video!

[@wplate]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@chadbruce5482]

Another awesome video Wes! I'm planning to be there in 2024 :)

[@wplate]

Awesome, Chad, I am so happy you're going to tackle this one! I hope to see you there!

[@CardinalGuy1217]

Amazing video! Congrats brother

[@wplate]

Glad you liked it!

[@Honkietrumpets]

This was really inspiring! Watching all the way from Australia, you did awesome & thanks for taking me on this adventure I only dream of doing one day! 💪

[@wplate]

Thanks for joining the adventure! 🙌🏼

[@johnaheywood]

Awesome...keep going

[@wplate]

I'm keeping going-- Cocodona 2024 here we come!

[@brettandrewclarke]

Nothing but good feels when Wes is on course. Another inspired journey sir.

[@wplate]

Thank you! 🥰

[@oliviagreen8853]

So excited!! Love seeing your running journey!

[@wplate]

I'm excited to share this with you!

[@user-ej7hw3ob6x]

Absolutely an epic vid! Hope to someday get this distance done. It’s something to see you lay everything on the line! Emotions and all! Well done e!!

[@wplate]

Thank you Jacques!

[@rosblackmore5422]

I was hoping for another film Wes, and this one did not disappoint! What an epic journey, congratulations on completing it and in a very respectable time too, way up the leaderboard. As always, you show the highs and lows of ultra running so well and I loved that you shared the journey with your family, who were an amazing support crew. I love seeing the American landscape too, so very different to here in England, its very inspirational. Rest well now and thanks again

[@wplate]

Thank you for watching! I’m so happy you enjoyed it. 🙌🏼

[@moesloan7536]

As someone who thought 100 miles was my limit, you have inspired me to push myself further and further. Can’t wait to someday toe the line at this race!

[@wplate]

We are all incredibly capable! And usually we can do far more than we think we can. That’s why ultras are such a mental game. To push through is a decision. The emotional rollercoaster gets really powerful when you’ve been out there for three days.

[@JasonBaum]

Dude, this video is a work of art. What an incredible journey! Thank you for inspiring so many runners (myself included) to keep pushing themselves beyond what they thought possible. Hope to see you again at another race! 👊🏻

[@wplate]

Thanks Jason! Very kind of you to say. I'm glad I got to see you before the race. I look forward to seeing you at another event!

[@Mark_T57]

Another epic video wes. Glad i could relive the journey again through your videos.

[@wplate]

Glad it brought back memories. I’m also glad I have the video, I am already forgetting the hard parts.

[@Steynberg.]

Just found the link to your video somewhere on facebook and watched the whole video. Congratulation Wes and thank you for taking the energy and time on and off the trail for this movie. Cheers from germany.

[@wplate]

I’m so happy you found this video! Thank you for watching. 🙌🏼

[@GlowingWalrus]

Incredible film and what a great team behind you

[@wplate]

I feel very lucky to have such incredible support. ❤️ thank you!

[@j_sims]

Well done Wes you smashed it 👊🏼. Watching all the way from the UK 🇬🇧. Your videos inspire me to run a race like this one day.

[@wplate]

I hope you get there, anyone can do amazing things! Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@josephmixon8816]

Thank you for documenting this journey. I'm 47 years old and just started ultra running. I'm building for Cocodona.

[@wplate]

Right on! You have many adventures ahead, I’m excited for you!

[@Breakstrong]

Beautiful video and thanks for making it. Just finished listening to your appearance on the Distance to Empty podcast and I think your vision of having more live footage out in remote parts of the trail is near. 😎 Hope to see you out on the trail one day. 🤘

[@wplate]

I’m happy the interview led you here. Thank you for watching!

[@pathalderman7051]

Three minutes to go and I can't wait to see your video. I know I will love it!

[@wplate]

What's your assessment?

[@jasonwheat4859]

Thank you for doing the race videos, especially your Oregon 200 vid. They're an excellent way to show family members about my races and what they're like. I intend to run Coco '24 and will surely be at Oregon 200 again. See you at the next one.

[@wplate]

Right on Jason. I love that you’re able to share with your family. 🙌🏼 See you in Black Canyon City!

[@davidfecteau2966]

Once again, you hit a home run. Congratulations on finishing the run and thank you for sharing your experience.

[@wplate]

Thanks for watching! I’m happy you enjoyed it.

[@oliviagreen8853]

Amazing!! I love seeing you every single year challenge yourself, especially with this race. It’s so inspirational, and would love to get to an ultra level one day 🙏

[@wplate]

Anyone who wants to can do these things. It takes a lot of work but most of us out there are regular people who train hard. Hope to see you out there some time.

[@annefrontella5248]

Another amazing video and race again Wes. I have watched the live feed 3 years now, and the number of other people that also watch out for you is awesome to see. I definitely need to come volunteer for one of these races sometime. Good luck on the inaugural Oregon 200!

[@wplate]

Hi Anne! Thank you for watching, this video as well as the live streams! And. please volunteer! You would have so much fun! If not at Cocodona, we could use your help at the end of June at our new 100 miler in Montana.

[@MatthewSmith-cm4eg]

I love that you didn't shy away from sharing the raw, vulnerable moments. Keep up the good work! I'm hoping to tackle this one within the next year or two :D

[@wplate]

Thanks for watching, I look forward to hearing about your Cocodona experience.

[@runningstories4791]

Can believe you don't have more subscribers so many memories and no one subscribe.

[@wplate]

Hidden gem.

[@timwatsonexsci]

Wes thank you so much for taking us on this journey with you again. A fantastic film that captures the vibe of an event like this better than any I've seen.

[@wplate]

🙌🏼 Right on. Thank you!

[@andreg1860]

Thank you for sharing your real journey.. I still have not had the gits to do an ultra trail run bit little by little stories like you fill me up with what I need to finally commit! I think it's my personal next challenge after I'm done with Ironmans Amazing effort and determination! Thank you!

[@wplate]

I hope you’re able to try an ultra. The level of difficulty and suffering can be high, but that’s what draws out your strength! Thank you for watching the channel!

[@mummypaige]

My god Wes….this is my third one with you. It’s so cliched but you inspire me…i am doing my first 50k soon….after watching this i stopped putting off the sign up. Amazing xxx

[@wplate]

I’m so stoked for you! I hope you’ll come back and tell me how your 50k went. Remember, when it gets hard, and it will, that the difficulty is part of the journey. Press forward with a positive attitude. Enjoy the experience!

[@newbarker523]

Hope your 50k went well?

[@elizabethj6717]

I've listened to your videos while training for a while now. I turn 50 in Sept and my goal is to complete my first 50 miler in Jan. Thank you for the motivation and inspiration to keep going for those goals. 😊

[@wplate]

I love that this content is useful to your training! I am excited for you to be tackling your first 50 miler. Which one are you training for? Thank you for supporting the channel!

[@elizabethj6717]

@wplate it's a local race, the Monroe Cross Trail 50. I ran it last Jan but only made it halfway before stomach issues forced me to drop. Been doing a lot of nutrition changes since then, and going back next Jan for redemption!! 😁

[@wplate]

@@elizabethj6717 awesome! I’m rooting for you!

[@newbarker523]

​@@elizabethj6717 how did you get on in January with the 50 miler?

[@elizabethj6717]

@newbarker523 I got the flu the week before the race, so I did no-contact behind-the-scenes volunteering in exchange for a deferral to next year. Have a different 50 on the books for August. 👍

[@jeffaddy3373]

Beastie Endurance From your family/crew ….. and you did pretty good too Wes 👊🏼. Congratulations, very inspirational.

[@wplate]

Thank you! 🙌🏼

[@Damian_Hunt]

Great video, I truly felt the up’s and the downs with you. Such emotions, take a rest now buddy.

[@wplate]

Thank you! These longs races are a journey of emotion as much as anything.

[@filbertten]

Well done sir! Awesome video.

[@wplate]

Glad you liked it! 🙌🏼

[@martinc9096]

Amazing video of a great adventure Wes! Brings back so many memories and feeling. It was awesome to share some miles with you! Thanks for taking the time and putting in all the work to share this, greatly appreciated! 🙌🏼🙌🏼💪🏼💪🏼❤❤ #82

[@wplate]

I enjoyed running with you into Arrastra Creek! Thanks for watching!

[@suem7920]

Finally! Yay!

[@wplate]

I'm excited for you to see it!

[@neals8596]

Thanks for that, Wes. It's a pleasure to go along for the ride. And what a ride!! May your feet continue to carry you far and wide for adventures large and small. I'm psyched all over again to dive into Cocodona next year - I'll be able to use my 200+ mantra "Be the Wes. Be the Wes." 🙂

[@wplate]

I hope I’ll see you there!

[@nordicview4837]

Thank you so much for sharing the experience, Wes! So impressive, what an achievement! 💪🏼💥 I cannot imagine… Just in case one struggles in seeing any purpose in all this: I am 47, running for some months now, and you alongside all the other Ultra Runners motivate me immensely, and I am sure this is true for so many others. When things are about to get rough on my runs, I think about all the Ultra Runners out there. I think of you, Wes, and if you can do that(!), running for 96 hours, 250 miles, I can do my 5K run! And so I do. When my legs hurt, I think, this is nothing compared to the pain you have, so I push through! You show me what a human body can do after hard work, training, pain, and dedication. So I can achieve my tiny 5K-ish goals three times a week with my human body. And I do! 💪🏼 Thank you for keeping me moving, keeping me running, and pushing my own limits. I am so grateful for this. I cheer you on from Germany! 👏🏼

[@wplate]

Thank you for this thoughtful note! I’m so happy that my experiences help you find motivation. I love sharing this sport with others, it has given me so much.

[@nordicview4837]

I ran my first 10K run today! 🎉 In heavy rain, I was soaked through and through, and happy! 🌧️💦 This was my goal to achieve before the year ends and I am so glad. Over the past months I ran during snow, rain, in the dark,… I think I made it, running is part of my life now! I am looking forward to every run, and I am sad about every time I can not go. I am so grateful and hope to stay healthy to enjoy many more runs! 💪🏼 Thank for being a huge inspiration!

[@wplate]

@@nordicview4837congratulations that is wonderful to hear. 10k is a huge accomplishment and you deserve to feel good. I’m very happy for you! 🙌🏼

[@kevin_money]

Was waiting for this one! Congrats Wes. Was a blast sharing a few special moments out there with you. Thanks for taking all the time to put this together and sharing it with the world. -Kevin

[@wplate]

Thanks for pulling me into Munds Park with you, and it was awesome getting to see you a few times the next day. It was great to meet you. Congrats on your strong finish!

[@reynardthefox9072]

inspiring 🦊🦊🦊🦊🦊

[@wplate]

Thank you for always commenting on my videos! I appreciate your support of the channel.

[@mikaelcars7458]

Thanks!

[@wplate]

Thank you so much for your strong support! 🤩👍🏼🙌🏼

[@mikaelcars7458]

You are welcome. I am currently going through all your Moab videos. I am signed up for this coming one :)@@wplate

[@halmclarry6259]

Such a touching moment 45:40 when your fiance snuggles to warm you up. She's a keeper! Great film! Loved the struggles, tears, and scenery. I felt it when you hobbled. So inspiring! Thanks!

[@wplate]

Thanks for watching, I’m happy you enjoyed it!

[@RunningAround365]

One of my favorite sections, and really my only good day of running, was running down Mingus and into Jerome on day 3. After that I resumed my death march until I was pulled in Sedona for time.

[@wplate]

I would like to do better on that Mingus to Jerome section. The part until the highway crossing I don't mind, but that rocky jeep road on the other side stole my joy. Have any suggestions for that part?

[@JROPDX]

It's been around 100° here in KCMO with 60-90% humidity, big change from the PNW. You got me through another boring treadmill workout. Great job man, thanks for sharing another epic race with us.

[@wplate]

Yikes that’s hot! Glad this helped you pass the treadmill time! 🙌🏼

[@Gen_X_Jenn]

Seriously, so inspiring, Wes. I'm almost 50 and ready to start doing some longer distances. I'd love to support a race like this. Maybe next year.

[@wplate]

I hope you do! I ran my first ultra when I was 42, I turn 50 next month. Longer distances are great for us grown ups, the toughness needed to survive life is an asset when faced with ultramarathon challenges. Please come volunteer at a race like this (even this one!!), you'll have an amazing experience!

[@RunRideHikeThrive]

Muchas Gracias for sharing such a journey, without knowing, eres una inspiración! #stayhard #callusyourmind 🙏 💪

[@wplate]

Thank you for watching, I enjoy sharing these adventures.

[@chrisworden2774]

Dude this is amazing, Wes! It was an honor and a pleasure to meet you this year. This video gave me chills several times. You're a master of capturing the emotional volatility and range of this race.

[@wplate]

Thank you Chris! It was a thrill to meet you in person finally!

[@FINcLoAk]

Beautiful Mr. Plate! You inspire so many of us! I just finished my first 200 miler here in Finland in July. Big goal is to participate Cocodona 250 one year. Been following you a few years. Thanks for being you! Keep up the good work, thank you. Regards Kaj

[@wplate]

Congrats on finishing your first 200! And thanks for following Kaj!

[@philippenoel4500]

Wes, what another epic adventure ! Third time Cocodona finisher : bravo bravo bravo. All your videos are so inspiring, i particulary appreciate the sound design, the selection of songs. I remember you're a pro video editor ? Am i wrong ? A huge thank you from France for all what you do 👏👏

[@wplate]

Thank you! I try to do a pass of just listening to the edit. I’m happy you appreciate the effort. I started my career editing commercials. Now I design software, mostly tools for video editing. 🙌🏼 I love that this channel gives me opportunities to edit and enjoy all the related experiences. Is hard work but I enjoy it.

[@JMnyJohns]

Another wonderful, inspiring video and I've watched them all. Thank you Wes. Someday, it would be interesting for the end of the race to be the start of the video where you show us what the next 7 days (or whatever) of recovery is like. I think it would be really compelling. Do you sleep 20 hours, eat a ton, can you walk after to you wake up? I can't help but think there is more to your story than the finish line. :)

[@wplate]

Good idea for a video, it might surprise you how not-special my recovery is. I’m happy you’re enjoying my videos!

[@jeremiahjohnson4485]

Man that moment with your mom at the finish broke me. How awesome to have her there on FaceTime to share the moment! Such a visceral response to all you accomplished. Cocodona is definitely on my bucket list of races

[@wplate]

Right on, I like that that connected for you. My parents have always been so supportive; they have attended every race where I hit a new distance. They were at first 50K (they surprised me at finish), at first 50M, first 100K, first 100M, at Moab 240 the first time, and at Cocodona 250 the first time. I’m lucky to have all those memories to cherish.

[@emmarunyeard6832]

America is so so vast, all those expanses of space.. Living on a small island I get mind blown by the sheer magnitude x

[@paulsaunders1855]

I’ve been looking forward to this video for 3 months. I’d love to get out there one day.

[@wplate]

I hope you do get there! The Sedona Canyons 125 is a good one to consider too, you get the more beautiful half of the course and a lot of time to finish. Thanks for watching.

[@matteoberra2599]

Thank you, thank you very much to share with us another great Adventure. 🙏 I was there (in Italy I was working) when you shared your low down moment on Instagram, that was Moment I realize how much we "normal" runners loves you Wes. ❤️🥰 Thank you for the inspiration and the love you put into this video. 🍻🙏 See you on your next Adventure! Love from Italy 🇮🇹❤️ and of course, congratulations for your third Cocodona!! Wow!!! 🥳🍻

[@wplate]

Thank you for your thoughtful comments, I always appreciate hearing from you. 🙌🏼

[@matteoberra2599]

@@wplate my pleasure Wes!! And last, but not less important, it's so cool see the love of your family around you in your race! ❤️ I was crying to see your wife beside you in the van for sleep together and give to you her support. 🙏🥰 A great hug from Italy! 🇮🇹🤟 And now? Next race?

[@wplate]

@@matteoberra2599 next up is Oregon 200 in two weeks!

[@matteoberra2599]

​​@@wplategreat!💪 My next race it's September 10th (my birthday 🥳) "50K Parco d'Adda" 🤟🇮🇹 So Good luck!!

[@wplate]

@@matteoberra2599 good luck on your birthday 50K!

[@TheLYagAmi]

Longest I’ve run is a 21k. This is awesome. I’d like to be able to do this one day.

[@wplate]

It is possible if you want it! Thanks for watching!

[@SergiuSalcau00]

Sally 😍💥💥💥💥

[@wplate]

It was an honor to meet her!

[@ethansalter4489]

Another excellent video! Great balance of detail and overview/context of the whole event. What software do you use for the flyovers and map overlays? Thanks!

[@wplate]

Thank you! 🙌🏼 The flyovers are animated in Google Earth Studio, and the text labels are added in Adobe After Effects. The map overlays I make in Photoshop. I’ve found PS’s Generate Image Assets feature very helpful. I edit using Final Cut Pro. Another tip you didn’t ask for: sometimes I re-edit music to fit myself, but for this I use a lot of Mofi mofi.loud.red/

[@ethansalter4489]

Thanks, this is great! Much appreciated. @@wplate

[@kuritsuke]

Hi, this was another great accomplishment! I am curious how do you deal with the thought of maybe encountering a bear or mountain lion?

[@wplate]

Thank you! I don't really think much about mountain lions or bears, I know they're out there but I also know they generally don't want anything to do with me. I've seen a mountain lion two times, the first time it didn't see me, the second time it did so we kept on eye on the path behind us to be sure it didn't chase (we also didn't run away from it). Near the end of Oregon 200 I heard sounds of a mountain lion, then a moment later found really fresh scat on the trail, so fresh I could smell it. During our Wonderland trail run, we came around a corner and I saw a bear running off into the woods, it was scared of us and ran away.

[@mikaelcars7458]

What's the Ultraspire model of the running vest you are using?

[@wplate]

That's the Zygos 4.0, my favorite. The 5.0 didn't work for me very well (though I did try it for my birthday run this year kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZqXeWqJd8eHl6M )

[@Gen_X_Jenn]

Wes, what kind of watch do you use during long races? Can the battery sustain it?

[@wplate]

Garmin Enduro 2 as the main watch, Garmin Enduro 1 as a backup. I used to care if they could last on a single charge through an entire 200, but I no longer care about that. I will nap during a 200 and I don't mind charging watches while I sleep.

[@iStackSlow]

im going to call in sick to work just for thiss

[@wplate]

This video is the prescription for what ails you! 😉

[@rockytop000]

CAn I ask, what was your run/walk time break down? Would love to run this race, trying to figure out strategies... Did you sleep at all?

[@wplate]

According to connect.garmin.com, 16:25:30 Run Time, 54:58:17 Walk Time, 24:24:36 Idle Time I slept approximately a total of 6 hours.

[@nathanenns]

Do some people do Cocodona without any personal crew, just using what the race provides and drop bags? What percentage?

[@wplate]

Yes quite a few run races like this solo.